Our Pastor, Rev. Joseph M. Corley, has been named monsignor by Pope with the title Chaplain of His Holiness, the archdiocese announced Monday, Nov. 6, 2017.

Care for young people and the faithful of urban parishes has marked the ministry of Father Corley. From working in the Office for Youth and Young Adults in the 1980s to stints teaching at Cardinal O’Hara and Hallahan high schools through the ‘90s, Father Corley has served since 1998 as pastor of B.V.M. Parish in Darby. He also currently serves on the College of Consultors and Council of Priests, is dean of the Easter Delaware County Deanery and is rector of Villa St. Joseph, the retirement community in Darby for elderly and infirm priests.

The honors were conferred during a vespers service with the new monsignors, other priests, bishops and guests on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 in the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia.

We are so proud of you, Father Corley, and we add,​ Deo gratias! - WELL DESERVED!​

Our Pastor, Father Joseph M. Corley, was awarded by the Delaware County Foundation for Catholic Education, induction into its Hall of Fame for his support and dedication to Catholic Education. Congratulations, Father Corley. Thank you for all you do for our children and families at BVM School! A great place to learn, grow and worship!

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BVM School...Where we strive for EXCELLENCE!We are so excited to announce that Blessed Virgin Mary School has a Neumann Scholar! Congratulations, Elwin! Elwin has been awarded a four-year, tuition- paid scholarship to the Archdiocesan High School of his choice!

BVM School and Church Community are so proud of your achievements!!

And to his brother, Elrid:Elrid was Valedictorian of his graduating class!Elrid Serrao, a graduate of BVM Elementary School and Msgr. Bonner/Prendergast High SchoolWe are so proud of you, Elrid!

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MERION MERCY - FIRST SEMESTER HONOR ROLLWe are proud of those who achieved academic excellence. These students from our parish have achieved the following: DISTINGUISHED HONORS: Jeri Terrell ‘20.FIRST HONORS: Grace M. Jones ‘22 & Sydney T. Jones ‘22.Keep up the good work!

WANTEDBVM FAMILIES TO PROVIDE HOSPITALITY IN THE HALL AFTER 11 AM MASS. BVM families are invited to pick a Sunday to provide an hour of hospitality in our hall, 12:15-1:15 PM, after the 11 AM Mass. It is simple: all you have to do is bring water or other beverages, and a few cookies. We don’t want it to be an expensive social - just a chance for people to stay around after Mass to talk and make new friends. Call Chuck 610-496-9770 or Harriet 347-407-2842.

Sponsor a Student at BVM...If you could help a single parent pay tuition for his/her child attending BVM, contact Fr. Corley 610-583-2128. Another way is to give us the name, phone # and location of your employer (who if he contributes to the EITC or OSTC & designates a donation to sponsor a student at BVM) could receive a 70-90% tax crediton their PA income tax. We would have someone contact your employer & explain this program. Last year, Catholic Schools saved state and local agencies $24 billion! ​

**Tell People About BVM School** ​​*****and be sure to stress two things:

1. It is an outstanding education in a CHRISTIAN​ environment.

2. It is AFFORDABLE. We will help people apply for vouchers and grants

To donate items, you may stop by on the last Saturday of every monthbetween 2:30-4:30 PM. Please call Chuck Bradford at 610-496-9770.

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E.I.T.C Do you know that you, as an individual or company, can designate some of your tax money to help support Catholic Schools like BVM?

For more info, call Fr. Corley, Sister Virginia or Judi at 610-789-8503

BVM has been Awarded a Bishop’s Grant to assist those students entering 2nd to 7th grade ​who do not currently attend a Catholic Elementary School,

and would like to experience a safe, Christ-centered environment that fosters positive values, good academics including STEM & Google for education, great personal & social growth. ($1500 tuition grant)​ Please go to www.bvmschooldarby.com for further information. #BVMSTRONG